TERANA's ‘Play Around’ Shines on Sublease's ‘Fragments Vol. 02’
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Sublease returns with the second instalment of its Fragments series, a four-track collection that places groove, atmosphere and subtle detail at the centre of the listening experience. Bringing together contributions from Em Pathik, Marco Weber, TERANA and a closing remix from Steve Bug, ‘Fragments Vol. 02’ explores different shades of deep house while maintaining a consistent late-night character throughout. Buy/Stream it here.
Built around warm rolling rhythms, understated vocal elements and airy melodic textures, ‘Play Around’ occupies a space between introspection and dancefloor functionality. Rather than relying on obvious peaks or dramatic moments, the track unfolds gradually, allowing its hypnotic groove and carefully layered details to pull listeners deeper into its atmosphere with each passing phrase.
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The production feels effortless in its restraint. Soft melodic flourishes drift across the arrangement while the groove remains locked in place, creating a sense of movement that feels both comforting and immersive. It's the kind of record that works equally well during the early hours of a club set or through a pair of headphones on a quiet evening.
“Play Around invites listeners to drift as they reflect on their own life's perspective, to view it as an unfolding path of learning and experience. Beneath its warm groove lies a reminder to stay present, move with kindness, and enjoy the moment without holding on too tightly.”
The wider EP opens with Em Pathik's deep and fluid ‘Dimensions’, before Marco Weber delivers the rolling and hypnotic energy of ‘Lola’. Steve Bug then closes the release with a more driving reinterpretation of ‘Play Around’, stretching the groove into deeper territory while preserving the spirit of the original.
With its balance of warmth, depth and understated emotion, ‘Play Around’ stands out as one of the collection's most quietly captivating moments.
Listen to TERANA's ‘Play Around’ exclusively below ahead of the release of ‘Fragments Vol. 02’ via Sublease.